Toyota Matrix vs. Mazda MAZDA3 Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs about the same to get the Mazda MAZDA3 to the dealership as the Toyota Matrix. There really isn't much of a difference in gas mileage here, but if you must know, the Toyota Matrix is somewhat more economical than the Mazda. The Toyota Matrix won't save you much money at the pump compared to the Mazda MAZDA3. The Toyota Matrix isn't much less costly than the Mazda MAZDA3 with respect to MSRP. As far as purchase price, the Toyota Matrix doesn't cost much less than the Mazda MAZDA3.

Utility
The Toyota is likely a better choice than the MAZDA3 as far as hauling capacity, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of stuff or sizeable beasts. The Matrix and the Mazda MAZDA3 can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Convenience
You'll quite certainly take the Mazda MAZDA3 for a fill-up approximately as often as the Toyota Matrix.

Comfort
Taller drivers will quite a bit enjoy the extra head room in the Toyota Matrix's front cabin compared to the Mazda MAZDA3. The Toyota Matrix is not particularly more spacious for your passengers than the Mazda MAZDA3.

Dimensions
The Toyota Matrix is likely to feel slightly slow because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio compared to the Mazda MAZDA3. The Matrix's tank is roughly the same size as the Mazda MAZDA3's, though the Mazda MAZDA3's is slightly bigger. The Toyota Matrix and the Mazda compete for the same parking spaces.

Performance
As far as horsepower, the MAZDA3 packs quite a punch and will knock the Toyota Matrix down a few rungs. However, note that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums. The Toyota is likely to feel slightly sluggish because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio compared to the Mazda MAZDA3.

Handling
With their similar turning circles, the MAZDA3 and the Toyota Matrix likely handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Toyota's engine is significantly smaller than the Mazda MAZDA3's. Note that smaller engines can be stressed more; on the other hand, smaller engines typically get better gas mileage. Torque equals pickup, and the Mazda MAZDA3 will have picked up and gone by the time the Matrix finally gets moving.

Overview
The basic warranty that comes with the Matrix isn't quite as generous as the Mazda's.